Location: Battle Creek,MI, USA
As a Procurement Operations Coordinator, you will be at the heart of our procurement activities, driving efficiency and innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with diverse teams, develop strategic supplier relationships, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives.
As a Procurement Operations Coordinator, you will leverage your expertise in procurement and demand planning to ensure continuous supply availability, exceptional supplier service, and cost optimization. You will play a crucial role in connecting with stakeholders to manage supply schedules and optimize costs effectively. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring market trends and supplier performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing best practices to enhance procurement processes.
A Taste of What You'll Be Doing
* Procurement Execution- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding daily operational activities. Ensure supply availability, schedule adherence, cost optimization, contract execution, and the successful delivery of initiatives.
* Planning and Communication- Manage packaging materials, identify supply risks and service opportunities, and execute packaging changes at internal and external manufacturing locations. Assist in planning and executing projects and initiatives that support business growth.
* Collaboration- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to understand the needs of internal customers and ensure external customers deliver products on time and in full supply.
We're Looking for Someone With
* High school diploma/GED.
* Supply Chain or Operations experience.
* Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
What's Next
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email ...@kellanova.com.
If you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
Get to Know Us
At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.
Kellanova's Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.
Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.
Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.
You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.
The best brands. The best people. The best you.
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.